November 2009

ARION is one of those sailboats that are truly special. In 1951 she was the only large fiberglass sailboat in the whole world and at 58 today she still has a great look. She is fast. I once saw the GPS a 13.9. She is dry. I almost never wear rain gear .She is agile and surefooted. I am comfortable sailing alone in a crowded anchorage. Best of all she gives you a great confidence in a wide range of wind and sea conditions. Sidney Herreshoff designed Arion. Loa 42' Beam 8' Lwl 38' Draft 5'6" Arion is only 80% restored and is somewhat Spartan below, but she has been a delight to own and sail. She is for sale because I am moving into a different cruising venue and can not afford to support 2 large boats.

More photos are in issue #200 WoodenBoat Magazine or the cover of September 2009 Sailing Magazine

PRICE: $150,000